USA Rice Daily

Plant-Based Trend Takes Center Stage at Restaurant Show

Jun 09, 2022

Among the exhibitors were USA Rice members Cahokia Rice, Inland Cape Rice, and Best Rice, all of whom saw a steady stream of visitors inquiring about availability of U.S.-grown rice. Full story

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Field to Fork in Texas Means Rice, Corn, and Catfish

Jun 08, 2022

Influencers learned how food is grown and where it comes from, and what farmers actually do and their longstanding commitment to the environment. Full story

A Flurry of Activity in the UK as Key Tariff is Removed

Jun 07, 2022

The removal last week of the 25 percent ad valorem tariff applied to U.S. milled and broken rice imports to the UK represents a major breakthrough for U.S. rice and U.S. rice importers, and gives us more of a level playing field regarding future exports to the UK. Full story

Report on Export Activity in Central America

Jun 06, 2022

Central America is a top market for U.S. rice, bringing in nearly 600,000 tons ($206 million) last year. Full story

USA Rice Joins 21 Associations in Asking Biden Admin to Fight for U.S. Farmers at WTO

Jun 03, 2022

It is imperative that the Administration not trade away current WTO rules underpinning agricultural markets just to secure an outcome. That would be disastrous for farmers around the world. Full story

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And the Award Goes to … thinkrice.com!

Jun 02, 2022

The USA Rice consumer-facing website, thinkrice.com, is the winner in the “Associations & Non-Profit” category of the 2022 Sitefinity Website of the Year Awards. Full story

Morgan Named to Second Term on USDA Grain Inspection Advisory Committee

Jun 02, 2022

The Grain Inspection Advisory Committee represents all segments of the grain industry, including grain producers, processors, merchandisers, handlers, exporters, consumers, grain inspection agencies, and scientists. Full story

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USDA Announces Supply Chain Support

Jun 01, 2022

USDA plans to transform the food system to benefit consumers, producers, and rural communities by providing more options, increasing access, and creating new, more, and better markets for small and mid-size producers. Full story

NASS Reaches Out to Producers on 2022 Crops, Stocks, and Values

Jun 01, 2022

Results from these surveys are used by farmers and ranchers, USDA, businesses, exporters, researchers, economists, and policymakers to inform a wide range of decisions. Full story

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Rice Crop Protection Priorities Highlighted for Global MRL Experts

May 31, 2022

Last week, experts in maximum residue levels (MRLs) for crop protectants convened for the 2022 MRL Harmonization Workshop, sponsored by the California Specialty Crop Council, to discuss the evolving global regulatory landscape. Full story

USA Rice Responds to Proposed Dietary Guidelines Questions

May 27, 2022

USA Rice will continue to promote, advocate, and inform federal agencies of all the nutritional benefits associated with rice consumption to ensure that rice remains an integral part of recommended eating patterns and healthy diets at every level. Full story

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Vilsack Commits to Working on Rice Farmer Assistance, USA Rice Farmers Target Ask to USDA

May 26, 2022

Senator Boozman asked Secretary Vilsack if he'd help rice farmers facing unique and unprecedented situations. He gave a good answer. Full story

In Effort to Curb Inflation, Mexico Removes Duty on U.S. Rice Competitors

May 25, 2022

The U.S. will see some increased competition for paddy sales to Mexico, primarily out of markets in South America where there are already phytosanitary protocols for rough rice. Full story

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An Early Look at the Farm Bill on The Rice Stuff

May 24, 2022

The world was a totally different place when the current farm bill was written in 2018. Hear how the U.S. rice industry is working to respond with sound solutions to the current realities producers are facing. Full story

USA Rice Welcomes Summer Intern

May 24, 2022

Hayden Miller is a Wiggins, Mississippi, native and current student at Mississippi State University, where he is pursuing a B.S. in agribusiness with a policy and law concentration. Full story

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USA Rice Members Bring Trade and Economic Concerns to Washington

May 23, 2022

Industry leaders representing rice grower, merchant, and milling sectors coalesced in the nation's capital to meet with an array of Washington’s trade experts and advocate for leveling the global playing field. Full story

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Rice District Rep. Julia Letlow Joins House Appropriations Committee

May 20, 2022

Congresswoman Letlow is a huge advocate for the U.S. rice industry and agriculture as a whole, and is uniquely positioned to support the industry in her new role. Full story

World Market Price Meeting a Mixed Bag

May 20, 2022

This meeting is always informative as both industry and government partners have a chance to share perspectives. Full story

Study Shows Market Development for Ag Exports Has Remarkable ROI

May 19, 2022

Export programs added an average of $9.6 billion per year to U.S. export value between 1977 and 2019, and added 225,800 new jobs across the entire U.S. economy. Full story

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Study Shows Rice Farmers Across U.S. Face Extreme Financial Losses in 2022

May 18, 2022

This report highlights how dire the situation in rice country is and the toll rice farmers are taking as they face depressed prices all while their cost of production continues to soar. Full story

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